Qasim Choudry, MD
NPI 1770513061 · Nephrology Physician · Escondido, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Qasim Choudry, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Escondido, CA (NPI 1770513061).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770513061
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A69038 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,417 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 443 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 120 | $135 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 115 | $97 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 106 | $132 |
| Insertion of Needle And/Or Tube Into Hemodialysis Circuit and Balloon Dilation of Dialysis Segment With Review By Radiologist36902 | 85 | $1,341 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 120 | 46 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 88 | 25 |
| Losartan Potassium | 87 | 33 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 69 | 26 |
| Furosemide | 64 | 21 |
| Allopurinol | 45 | 20 |
| Torsemide | 44 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$173 across 4 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-03
- Last updated
- 2026-01-16
- Certified
- 2026-01-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Qasim Choudry's NPI number?
- Qasim Choudry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770513061, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Qasim Choudry's specialty?
- Qasim Choudry is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Qasim Choudry located?
- Qasim Choudry's practice location on file with NPPES is 1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 301, Escondido, CA 92029-4113.
- What is Qasim Choudry's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Qasim Choudry is (760) 294-1660.
- Does Qasim Choudry accept Medicare?
- Qasim Choudry is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Qasim Choudry's NPI active?
- Yes — Qasim Choudry's NPI (1770513061) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.